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At Dakota State University, we are dedicated to fostering a campus environment in which everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. Creating a respectful and inclusive atmosphere is a shared responsibility among students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
If you see behavior that does not align with our values, report it. Use the appropriate form to submit your concern. Your report helps keep DSU a place where people are treated fairly and with respect.
If you are experiencing—or are aware of—an emergency where someone’s immediate health, safety, or property is at risk, please call 911. These reporting forms are not monitored in real-time and are not intended for emergency use. Reports submitted through these channels are typically reviewed by DSU staff within one business day.
Title IX
Dakota State University is committed to maintaining a safe and respectful campus environment, free from harassment, discrimination, and all forms of sexual misconduct. This includes, but is not limited to, sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, stalking, and retaliation. This reporting form is intended for incidents involving allegations against students related to the above behaviors.
Definitions
Harassment: Unwelcomed conduct based on protected characteristics (like race, sex, or disability) that creates a hostile, intimidating, or offensive environment.
Retaliation: Punishing someone for reporting misconduct, filing a complaint, or participating in an investigation.
Sexual Misconduct: Unwelcomed sexual behavior that includes actions like harassment, assault, or coercion, and violates a person’s boundaries, rights, or consent.
Hazing: Any act, whether physical, mental, emotional, or psychological, that is required to join or participate in a group and causes harm, humiliation, or risk—regardless of the person’s willingness to participate.
SDBOR Policies
1.4.1 Harassment including Sexual Harassment
1.4.2 Prevention of Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence, and Stalking
1.4.3 Human Rights Complaint Procedures
1.4.4 Equal Opportunity, Non-Discrimination, Affirmative Action
Academic integrity
Academic dishonesty is any type of cheating, plagiarism, fabrication or falsification of data, deception of an instructor by providing false information for missing an exam or deadline or claiming to have submitted coursework when you know you have not.(SDBoR poliy: 3.4.2; 2.1) Faculty may use this form to report instance of academic misconduct such as cheating, plagiarism, data misrepresentation, or any other violation as defined in the Student Code of Conduct.
Report incident of academic dishonesty
CARE Team - Behavioral Concerns
Our Care Team is a dedicated group of professionals working collaboratively to ensure every individual receives personalized, compassionate, and comprehensive support. By combining expertise from multiple disciplines, we focus on holistic care that prioritizes physical, emotional, and mental well-being. Use this form to report to this group.
Concerns/Complaints
DSU is committed to fostering a safe and welcoming campus and online environment for all students. Use this form if you are a student and would like to file a complaint or share your concerns. The Provost Office will receive the complaint and route it to the appropriate department or office. This form can be completed for academic and non-academic concerns or complaints.
Student conduct
Please use this form to report potential violations of the South Dakota Board of Regents Student Code of Conduct, which governs the behavior of students and recognized student organizations both on and off campus. Incidents may include, but are not limited to: alcohol misuse, drug use, violations of Residence Life or other campus policies, physical assault, misconduct by organizations, disruptive behavior, or theft.